Cat ®

938K
Wheel Loader

K Series – Making Your Choice Easy:

n Enjoy All Day Comfort – Have a seat in the updated K Series n Efficiently Powerful – Experience hybrid like fuel efficiency with an
Small Wheel Loader and enjoy excellent all around visibility and intelligent hydrostatic power train and industry leading fuel savings
low‑effort joystick controls that move with you on a fully adjustable through a lower maximum engine speed of just 1,600 rpm in Standard
seat suspension. A large spacious operator environment combined Mode. Power when you need it with Caterpillar’s exclusive Power‑by-
with Caterpillar’s exclusive hydraulic cylinder damping and smooth Range technology that increases power in Range 4 for improved speed
predictable controls make this the most comfortable seat on your on grade. For your toughest and most demanding applications a new
job site. Performance Mode will allow you to boost the power and hydraulic
n Work Made Easy – Move more with Caterpillar’s patented quick speed in all Ranges to get the job done even quicker. Meets U.S. EPA
loading Performance Series buckets and optimized Z-bar linkage Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA/Brazil MAR-1 equivalent emission standards
that combines the digging efficiency of a traditional Z-bar with tool with a Cat® C7.1 engine that is designed to manage itself so you can
carrier capabilities. The parallel lift and high tilt forces throughout the concentrate on your work.
working range allow you to safely and confidently handle loads with n Customize Your Experience – Meet your application requirements and
precise control. individual preferences with Caterpillar’s industry first Hystat™ Operator
M  ulti-function work has never been easier with dedicated pumps Modes featuring four unique power train settings. Select classic Torque
for each system and a flow sharing implement valve governed by an Converter for smooth rollout, conventional Hystat for aggressive engine
intelligent power management system. Simultaneously lift, steer and braking, an Ice Mode that maximizes your control on slippery underfoot,
drive without compromise. The K Series Small Wheel Loader simply or default mode which blends the best of Hystat and Torque Converter
does what you ask it to do. characteristics. Fine tune machine performance with adjustments at
your fingertips through the soft touch buttons and optional secondary
display. Quickly set hydraulic response along with linkage kick-out
positions, maximum wheel torque, and peak ground speed to efficiently
perform a multitude of tasks.

Specifications
Engine Engine (continued)
Engine Model Cat C7.1 Standard Performance
Power Mode Standard Performance Mode Mode
Mode Mode Maximum Gross Torque
Speed Range Range 1-3* Range 1-4 ISO 14396 896 N·m 660 lbf-ft 912 N·m 672 lbf-ft
Maximum Gross Power Maximum Net Torque
Maximum Engine Speed 1,600 rpm 1,800 rpm SAE J1349 860 N·m 634 lbf-ft 876 N·m 646 lbf-ft
ISO 14396 129 kW 173 hp 140 kW 188 hp ISO 9249 (1977)/EEC 80/1269 870 N·m 641 lbf-ft 886 N·m 653 lbf-ft
ISO 14396 (metric) 175 hp 190 hp Displacement 7.01 L 427 in3 7.01 L 427 in3
Net Power 1,600 rpm 1,800 rpm
• Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA/Brazil MAR-1 equivalent
SAE J1349 126 kW 169 hp 136 kW 182 hp emission standards.
ISO 9249 (metric) 173 hp 188 hp • Net power shown is the power available at the flywheel when the
engine is equipped with alternator and air cleaner.
*Range 4 power is boosted to be the same as Performance Mode.
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Buckets Transmission
Bucket Capacities – General Purpose 2.5-3.2 m3 3.2-4.2 yd3 Forward and Reverse:
Bucket Capacities – Light Material 3.1-5.0 m3 4.0-6.5 yd3 Range 1* 1-13 km/h 0.6-8 mph
Range 2 13 km/h 8 mph
Steering Range 3 27 km/h 17 mph
Steering Articulation Angle (each direction) 40° Range 4 40 km/h 25 mph
Maximum Flow – Steering Pump 130 L/min 34 gal/min *Creeper control allows maximum speed range adjustability from 1 km/h
Maximum Working Pressure – (0.6 mph) to 13 km/h (8 mph) in Range 1 through the secondary display,
Steering Pump 24 130 kPa 3,500 psi when equipped. Factory default is 7 km/h (4.4 mph).
Maximum Steering Torque:
0 degrees (straight machine) 57 630 N·m 42,506 lbf-ft Tires
40 degrees (full turn) 42 570 N·m 31,398 lbf-ft Standard Size 20.5 R25, radial (L-3)
Steering Cycle Times (full left to full right): Other Choice Varies by Region:
At 1,800 rpm: 90 rpm 20.5-25 16 PR (L-3)
steering wheel speed 2.2 seconds
Number of Steering Wheel Turns – full left • Other tire choices are available. Contact your Cat dealer for details.
to full right or full right to full left 3.1 turns • In certain applications, the loader’s productive capabilities may exceed
the tire’s tonnes-km/h (ton-mph) capabilities.
Loader Hydraulic System • Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire supplier to evaluate all
Maximum Flow – Implement Pump 190 L/min 50 gal/min conditions before selecting a tire model.
3rd Function Maximum Flow* 190 L/min 50 gal/min
4th Function Maximum Flow* 150 L/min 40 gal/min Cab
Maximum Working Pressure – ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471-1994
Implement Pump 28 000 kPa 4,061 psi FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98, Level II,
Relief Pressure – Tilt Cylinder 30 000 kPa 4,351 psi ISO 3449 1992 Level II
3rd Function Maximum Working Pressure 28 000 kPa 4,061 psi • Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard.
4th Function Maximum Working Pressure 28 000 kPa 4,061 psi • A semi-cab option is available.

Hydraulic Cycle Times: Standard Performance

Mode Mode
Sound
At 1,600 rpm At 1,800 rpm • The declared dynamic operator sound pressure level is 72 dB(A) when
“ISO 6396:2008” is used to measure the value for an enclosed cab.
Raise (ground level to maximum lift) 6.2 seconds 5.5 seconds
• The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine
Dump (at maximum lift height) 1.7 seconds 1.5 seconds cooling fan speed, with the cab doors and cab windows closed.
Float Down (maximum lift to ground level) 2.7 seconds 2.7 seconds The cab was properly installed and maintained. The sound level
Total Cycle Time 10.6 seconds 9.7 seconds may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.
• The declared exterior sound power level is 104 dB(A) when
*Adjustable from 20% to 100% of maximum flow through the secondary the value is measured according to the dynamic test procedures
display, when equipped. and the conditions that are specified in “ISO 6395:2008.”

Service Refill Capacities Axles

Fuel Tank 195 L 51.5 gal Front Fixed
Cooling System 32 L 8.5 gal Open differential (standard)
Engine Crankcase 19.5 L 5.2 gal Locking differential (optional)
Transmission (gearbox) 11 L 2.9 gal Rear Oscillating ±11 degrees
Axles: Open differential (standard)
Front 35 L 9.2 gal Limited slip differential
Rear 35 L 9.2 gal (optional in some regions)
Hydraulic System (including tank) 170 L 44.9 gal
Hydraulic Tank 90 L 23.8 gal

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Dimensions and Operating Specifications (All dimensions are approximate. Dimensions vary with bucket and tire choice.)
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17

19
13 21
12 24 2
11 14 22
10 1
9

25 27

16 26 3
15 4

7 6
18
8 20
5

Standard Lift High Lift – Standard Counterweight

Counterweight Configuration Standard Heavy
** 1 Height: Ground to Cab 3340 mm 10'11" 3340 mm 10'11"
** 2 Height: Ground to Beacon 3707 mm 12'2" 3707 mm 12'2"
** 3 Height: Ground to Axle Center 685 mm 2'3" 685 mm 2'3"
** 4 Height: Ground Clearance 386 mm 1'3" 386 mm 1'3"
* 5 Length: Overall 7666 mm 25'2" 8406 mm 27'7"
6 Length: Rear Axle to Bumper 1968 mm 6'5" 1968 mm 6'5"
7 Length: Hitch to Front Axle 1525 mm 5'0" 1525 mm 5'0"
8 Length: Wheel Base 3050 mm 10'0" 3050 mm 10'0"
* 9 Clearance: Bucket at 45 degrees 2822 mm 9'3" 3403 mm 11'2"
** 10 Clearance: Load Over Height 3354 mm 11'0" 3561 mm 11'8"
** 11 Clearance: Level Bucket 3642 mm 11'11" 4223 mm 13'10"
** 12 Height: Bucket Pin 3969 mm 13'0" 4550 mm 14'11"
** 13 Height: Overall 5301 mm 17'5" 5881 mm 19'4"
* 14 Reach: Bucket at 45 degrees 1146 mm 3'9" 1413 mm 4'8"
15 Carry Height: Bucket Pin 418 mm 1'4" 633 mm 2'1"
** 16 Dig Depth 100 mm 3.9" 135 mm 5.3"
17 Width: Bucket 2750 mm 9'0" 2750 mm 9'0"
18 Width: Tread Center 2083 mm 6'10" 2083 mm 6'10"
19 Turning Radius: Over Bucket 6127 mm 20'1" 6488 mm 21'3"
20 Width: Over Tires 2693 mm 8'10" 2693 mm 8'10"
21 Turning Radius: Outside of Tires 5546 mm 18'2" 5546 mm 18'2"
22 Turning Radius: Inside of Tires 2843 mm 9'4" 2843 mm 9'4"
23 Rack Angle at Full Lift 54 degrees 53 degrees
24 Dump Angle at Full Lift 49 degrees 47 degrees
25 Rack Angle at Carry 44 degrees 49 degrees
26 Departure Angle 33 degrees 33 degrees
27 Articulation Angle 40 degrees 40 degrees
* Tipping Load – Straight (ISO 14397-1) 11 312 kg 24,938 lb 8763 kg 19,319 lb
* Tipping Load – Full Turn (ISO 14397-1) 9633 kg 21,236 lb 7397 kg 16,307 lb
* Nominal Material Density 110% Fill Factor 1622 kg/m³ 2,733 lb/yd³ 1245 kg/m³ 2,099 lb/yd³
* Breakout 13 082 kg 28,841 lb 12 580 kg 27,733 lb
* Operating Weight 15 282 kg 33,689 lb 15 798 kg 34,828 lb
*Vary with bucket.
**Vary with tire.
Dimensions listed are for a machine configured with specified counterweights, Michelin 20.5 R25 (L-3) XHA2 tires, 80 kg (176 lb) operator,
and power train guard. Values are listed for a 2.7 m3 (3.5 yd3) general purpose performance series pin on bucket with bolt-on cutting edge.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT
POWER TRAIN HYDRAULICS OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
„ Auto idle shut down feature „ Automatic lift and bucket kickouts, „ 75 mm (3 in) retractable seat belt, with
„ Cat C7.1 engine adjustable in-cab audible alarm and indicator
• Power modes (Standard and Performance) „ Bucket and fork modes, adjustable in-cab „ Automatic temperature control
• Power by range (High Power in Range 4) „ Cylinder damping at kickout and mechanical „ External mirrors with lower parabolic
• Turbocharged and aftercooled end stops „ Hydraulic control lockout
„ Fine mode control (fast, medium, slow) „ Interior cab lighting, door and dome
• Filtered crankcase breather
in fork mode „ Interior rear view mirrors (2)
„ Coded start (requires secondary display)
„ Hydraulic response setting
„ Coolant protection to –34° C (–29° F) „ Lunch box storage
(fast, medium, slow)
„ Enclosed wet disc full hydraulic brakes „ Radio ready speakers
„ Hydraulic diagnostic connectors and
„ Fuel priming pump, automatic „ Seat-mounted electronic implement controls,
S·O·SSM ports
„ Hydraulically driven demand cooling fan
adjustable
„ Load sensing hydraulics and steering
„ Column mounted multi function control –
„ Hydrostatic transmission with electronic
control ELECTRICAL lights, wipers, turn signal
„ Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Operator modes (Default, TC, Hystat, and Ice) „ Alternator, 115 amp, heavy duty
„ Tinted front glass
• Directional Shift Aggressiveness „ 12V power supply in cab (2)
(fast, medium, slow) „ Batteries, 1,000 CCA (2) 24V system,
OTHER STANDARD EQUIPMENT
• Rimpull control, adjust wheel torque disconnect switch
„ Large-access enclosure doors with
• Creeper control, adjust ground speed „ Back-up alarm
adjustable close/open force
„ Parking brake, electric „ Emergency shutdown switch
„ Parallel lift loader linkage
„ Single plane cooling package wide six fins „ Halogen work and roading lights, LED rear
per inch density tail lights
„ Throttle lock and max speed limiter „ Remote jump start post
„ Resettable main and critical function breakers

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
„ Auto lube, integrated in secondary display „ Debris packages (low, medium, high) „ Seats
„ Auxiliary flow, third and fourth function, „ Differential lock, front axle • Deluxe seat – fully adjustable fabric air
adjustable through secondary display „ Fenders (extended cover and full coverage) suspension seat with mid backrest and
„ Beacon light, strobe „ Guarding (machine and operator)
mechanical lumbar support
„ Cab, deluxe „ Linkage, high lift
• Premium seat – fully adjustable leather and
• Camera, roof mounted, front view with fabric air suspension with high backrest
„ Lights, auxiliary, halogen or LED with engine
separate display* and air lumbar support. Seat is heated and
compartment lights ventilated on bottom cushion and backrest.
• Rear window defroster (standard in Europe) „ Lights, LED front roading
„ Steering
• Secondary display to adjust settings „ Load check valves
(standard in Europe) • Dual mode and secondary
„ Object Detection
„ CE Certification (standard in Europe)
• Sunscreen, front and rear „ Product Link™ PRO and ELITE with
• Wet arm wiper/washer, front and rear capabilities for software push, data logging, „ NOTE: Not all features are available in
„ Camera, rear view (standard in Europe) histogram and trend mapping all regions.
„ Cold start package „ Radio packages
„ Corrosion protection package „ Rear wiper
„ Counterweight, (heavy and logger) „ Ride Control System, adjustable through
„ Coupler, (Fusion™ and ISO 23727) secondary display

*Forward facing camera system may be required for local EU requirements.

Consult your local Cat dealer for additional information.

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